Ah yes, you're a zone warmer than me, so that makes sense. I think I could successfully plant in fall here now that I think on it. I'd mound a bag of mulch over the top, but I'm pretty sure that would be plenty of protection. Hmmm....I'm tempted....
"...and don't think the garden loses its ecstasy in winter. It's quiet, but the roots are down there riotous." Rumi